The LORD is my portion, saith my soul; therefore will I hope in him.
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Verse 24 is found in chapter 3 of Lamentations. God’s mercy and faithfulness appear as the foundation of a hope that does not depend on circumstances. Although Jerusalem has been devastated, God’s character remains. The confession that God is the afflicted person’s portion shifts security from possessions to relationship with the Lord.
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Compare Lamentations 3:24 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Der HERR ist mein Teil, spricht meine Seele; darum will ich auf ihn hoffen.
Mi parte es Jehová, dijo mi alma; por tanto en él esperaré.
L'Eternel est mon partage, dit mon âme; C'est pourquoi je veux espérer en lui.
Il Signore è la mia parte, ha detto l’anima mia; Perciò spererò in lui.
A minha porção é o SENHOR, diz a minha alma; portanto esperarei nele.
我心裏說:「耶和華是我的福分, 因此,我要仰望他。」
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